cinder

[ˈsɪndər]

cinder Definition

  • 1a small piece of partly burned coal or wood that has stopped giving off flames but still has combustible matter in it
  • 2a person or thing that has been rejected and is regarded as worthless

Using cinder: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cinder" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The fire was dying down to a bed of cinders.

  • Example

    The cinders from the fireplace were scattered on the hearth.

  • Example

    He felt like a cinder after being fired from his job.

  • Example

    The team was considered a cinder in the tournament, but they managed to win against all odds.

cinder Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cinder

Phrases with cinder

  • a hollow rectangular building block made of cement and coal cinders, used in construction

    Example

    The wall was built using cinder blocks.

  • a track or path made of cinders, typically used for running or walking

    Example

    The athletes trained on the cinder path every day.

  • a situation where an underdog or unlikely candidate achieves success or recognition, often used in sports or politics

    Example

    The team's victory was a cinderella story, as they had never won a game before.

Origins of cinder

from Old English 'sinder', meaning 'dross, slag'

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Summary: cinder in Brief

The term 'cinder' [ˈsɪndər] refers to a small piece of partially burned coal or wood that still has combustible matter in it. It can also refer to a person or thing that has been rejected and is considered worthless. Examples include 'The fire was dying down to a bed of cinders,' and 'He felt like a cinder after being fired from his job.' Phrases include 'cinder block,' 'cinder path,' and 'cinderella story.'

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